TheLetterAndTheSpirit showroom

This piece is from the “New Calligraphic Ornaments and Flourishes” collection by Arthur Baker.

These are the pieces referenced in the profile of Arthur Baker on in my showroom as well as other pieces from the same book. The images were originally created to be used by artists and graphic designers to incorporate in their commercial designs. When Tiffany’s purchased the book for their designers to use for inspiration, they were not meant to be taken literally, but that is what happened. Once the matter with Tiffany’s was resolved, it became apparent that these designs were exciting and would make beautiful pieces of jewelry – if they are good enough for Tiffany’s they are good enough for all women to wear – but not at Tiffany prices!

Creating a designer line of jewelry is easier said than done – in the 25+ years that I have been exploring this project for Arthur, the hub of production of jewelry pieces in costume jewelry, Sterling Silver, and other fine metals went from Rhode Island to offshore in China, the Philippines, etc. To create samples of an entire line of designs was most daunting.

Then I found Ponoko and the creation of this entire line was made possible. We are starting in black acrylic, but we will soon be expanding to wood and hopefully some metals. The black acrylic makes an incredible statement – the pieces are very detailed and true to the images that came direct from the pen of Arthur Baker, the foremost American Calligrapher and Type Designer. Arthur personally oversees all of the pieces in this line.
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Measuring approximately 2 /2" long x 2" tall, in the dramatic large size or1 3/4" long x 1 3/8" tall in the smaller size and 1 1 1/4" long x 1" tall in the earrings. You can choose to have it made as a pin - just remember to let me know all of your preferences when ordering or when I contact you after purchase.

Please note that these are custom created to your specifications and therefore may take about 14 days domestically or 21 days internationally for delivery, if not in stock.

If your order is urgent, please contact me before ordering and paying to see if I have all of the parts in stock.

Material options and prices (All prices are in US$ and exclude shipping costs):

This item is available in the following options:

Option 1 - Large Pendant

Made from black acrylic. After purchase, choose your neckchain and findings.

Announcement

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: I AM IN THE PROCESS OF SELLING MY HOUSE AND MOVING. MY INVENTORY HAS BEEN PACKED AWAY AND I CAN'T FIND ANYTHING! I WILL REOPEN THIS SHOWROOM WHEN i MOVE - AND FIND EVERYTHING!!!
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Welcome to The Letter And The Spirit, showcasing jewelry designs by Arthur Baker, the renowned Calligrapher and Type Designer. Be sure to read the story behind this unique Designer line of jewelry, 25 years in the making.

SPECIAL NOTE: All pictures in my showroom (unless otherwise stated) are actual photographs and not drawings. In some cases, I have used Photoshop to brighten the photos where the shadows tend to blend with the images.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ!

All pieces in this line will offer you choices for customization - you will be able to select your choice of neck chain (or pin back), earring type, size (on many designs) and color of accessories all included - however, certain chains and bails are Sterling Silver and therefore there is a small additional charge for these. For now, all pieces will be produced in 3mm black acrylic with various accompanying options. This customization may require up to 2 weeks additional time, but where else can you get a custom piece of jewelry designed by the foremost American Calligrapher and Type Designer and author of over 20 books on calligraphic forms?!?

SHIPPING DISCOUNTS!

Pay shipping for the first piece, all additional pieces - up to a quantity of 5 - ship for FREE! Just email me for an adjustment to your PayPal invoice after ordering.

Choose from the 5 current collections -

* New Calligraphic Ornaments and Flourishes

* Swash Initials

* Kigali Zigzag Font Initials

* Calligraphic Cut Paper Designs

* Experimental Calligraphic Squares - an exercise in creating calligraphic elements in 1 inch squares, resulting in a series of hundreds of interesting square design elements. Included here are a few to begin with, and many more to come!

When you place your order, I will be in touch with you to be sure that your custom order is exactly what you desire. Please be sure to check out the chain and bail options pictured on every listing and note that occasionally there is an additional charge for certain premium accessories.